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US Jobs Market Cools in August as Hiring Slows

The latest US jobs report for August 2025 reveals a significant slowdown in hiring and a rise in unemployment, signalling a cooling labour market that could influence the Federal Reserve's next interest rate decision.

England's population hits record high as Wales sees decline

New official figures from the Office for National Statistics show England's population grew by nearly 300,000 in mid-2023, while Wales experienced its first annual decrease in nearly 50 years, highlighting a stark demographic divide across the UK.

London Summer Homicides Hit Historic Low

New figures reveal London's homicide rate plummeted during the summer months, with Mayor Sadiq Khan's violence reduction strategy showing significant success in tackling serious crime.

Major Lenders Slash UK Mortgage Rates to 7-Month Low

In a major boost for the UK housing market, leading lenders including Halifax and HSBC have cut mortgage rates to their lowest point since last summer, offering new hope for first-time buyers struggling to get on the property ladder.

UK Fertility Crisis: Birth Rates Hit Record Low

Exclusive analysis of ONS data shows England and Wales' fertility rate has plummeted to a historic low of 1.49 children per woman, far below replacement level. This demographic time bomb threatens to reshape our society, economy, and public services for g

NHS saves baby with 300bpm heartbeat in the womb

A UK couple's world was turned upside down when their unborn baby's heart rate soared to a staggering 300 beats per minute. This is the incredible story of how NHS specialists at Liverpool's Heart Centre fought to save their little girl, Ivy, from a rare

Fertility rate in England and Wales hits record low

New figures from the Office for National Statistics show the fertility rate in England and Wales has hit its lowest level in nearly a century, with significant implications for future population trends and public policy.

UK Fertility Rate Crashes to Record Low for Third Year

Exclusive analysis of ONS figures reveals a deepening demographic crisis as the fertility rate in England and Wales hits a record low. Discover the economic pressures, shifting societal norms, and government policies behind the decline.

UK Food Inflation Crashes to 18-Month Low

In a major relief for households, UK food inflation has dropped to its lowest level since January 2023. We break down which grocery prices are falling fastest and what it means for your weekly shop.

PIP payments set for 6.7% boost next April

Exclusive: Personal Independence Payment rates are poised for a significant April uplift, with some claimants seeing nearly £600 more per year following the September inflation figure.

Tom Grennan Welcomes Baby Boy With Wife Danniella!

Singer Tom Grennan and wife Danniella Carratello have announced the joyful arrival of their first child. Get the exclusive first details on the baby's unique name and the couple's elation.

Israeli data shows 83% civilian death rate in Gaza

Exclusive analysis of internal Israeli military data shows overwhelming civilian casualties in Gaza, challenging Israel's long-standing assertions about precision targeting and raising major humanitarian concerns.

Fed Holds Rates, Signals Just One Cut in 2024

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell holds interest rates at a 23-year high, projecting a more cautious single cut in 2024 as US inflation proves persistent. Markets react to the hawkish stance.

Vick Hope and Calvin Harris welcome baby boy via home birth

BBC Radio 1 presenter Vick Hope has given birth to her first child, a baby boy, with superstar DJ Calvin Harris. The couple opted for a powerful home birth, with Vick sharing intimate first photos and her transformative experience exclusively.

Love Island's Tyla Carr gives birth to baby boy

Former Love Island Australia contestant Tyla Carr has given birth to her first child, a baby boy named Sage. The reality star shares her joyful birth story and first adorable photo.

Mum of quads beats 1 in 55m odds to have quintuplets

A UK mother, already a parent to quadruplets, has stunned medical experts by giving birth to quintuplets—a phenomenon with odds of 1 in 55 million. Discover her incredible journey and the medical marvel of her two rare multiple births.

Matt Gaetz Welcomes Newborn Son with Unusual Name

US Congressman Matt Gaetz and his wife Ginger have announced the birth of their first child, a son named Nestor, adding a new chapter to their high-profile lives in Washington and Florida.

Nikita Tszyu's Wild Baby Daughter Birth Story Revealed

Rising Australian boxing star Nikita Tszyu has shared the astonishingly chaotic story of his daughter's birth, revealing the dramatic details in a wild interview announcing his highly-anticipated return to the ring following his epic round victory.

NHS Maternity 'Crisis' Causing Trauma and Deaths - MPs

A damning parliamentary inquiry exposes a systemic failure in NHS maternity care, with women facing traumatic births, life-changing injuries, and an 'unacceptable' number of preventable deaths, demanding urgent government action.

Premature Birth Raises Women's Heart Failure Risk

Groundbreaking UK research reveals women who give birth before 37 weeks, especially those with diabetes or obesity, are significantly more likely to develop heart failure later in life. Experts call for targeted healthcare strategies.

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